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WinMagic Releases SecureDoc Version 3.6

Mississauga, Ontario, June 30, 2004 - WinMagic Inc. has released SecureDoc version 3.6. This new version includes increased support for hardware tokens, token readers, tablet PCs, and improved security, among other new features. Below is a list of new features in Version 3.6.

  1. Increased Support for Hardware Tokens and Readers:

    ActivCard ActivKey Cyberflex 64K
    Support more methods for G&D card
    Schlumberger eGate smartcard
    Support for GemPC Twin USB reader
    02Micro Built-in-readers
    Improved support for iKey 1000
    Improved support for Spyrus Smart Card (M3 Error 7730)
    Datakey MU18 applications. User can now work with MU18 and earlier versions with respects to the change Datakey has made in handling the token PIN.

  2. Increased Support for Tablet PCs
    SecureDoc Disk Encryption now supports the Compaq Tablet PC - TC1000 & on-screen keyboard for Fujitsu 5000 series.

  3. Boot From CD
    Boot from CD after boot logon (only limited CD modes).

  4. Increased Security
    Configurable to enforce stricter rules on password expiry.
    On creation of a key file based on certificates, SecureDoc can perform certificate Validation that includes root key check, CRL, policy and key usage, expiry time etc. (certificate validation for Windows 2000/XP/2003 only).
    New format for SecureDoc profile. More features for the "Customize" tab, and "Boot Control" tab.
    Configurable delay time before accessing hardware token in SecureDoc
    GINA to accommodate the fact that PC/SC and some tokens need time to start.

  5. More Customizable
    Add more features in hardware configuration menu (F4) at boot logon.
    New "custom" error handling. The administrator can configure the error messages to replace the
    default information "Please contact WinMagic Technical Support". This text can be modified based on custom text.

WinMagic's SecureDoc encryption software addresses the needs of organizations increasing mobile workforce by ensuring protection of sensitive information stored on desktops and laptops by employing authentication from password to hardware token, biometrics, and PKI commencing right at pre-boot time.

SecureDoc presents a user-friendly solution, providing solid security for PCs and laptops alike by utilizing Public Key Cryptographic Standards PKCS-11. SecureDoc has achieved validations for Common Criteria, FIPS 140-1 Level 2, and SecureDoc's FORTEZZA-based version is the ONLY disk encryption software certified by the NSA to safeguard US government SECRET information.

About WinMagic Inc.
WinMagic Inc. is a Canadian company based out of Mississauga, Ontario. Its SecureDoc line of products ensures protection of sensitive information stored on desktops and laptops by employing authentication through passwords to hardware tokens, biometrics, and PKI commencing right at pre-boot time. WinMagic's award winning products fulfill the requirements of even the most security conscious users by focusing on concrete security features, nevertheless still offering unparalleled flexibility.

For more information concerning its products or services, please visit www.winmagic.com or call 1-888-879-5879, or email info@winmagic.com.

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